Chicago Electric 3663 Welder User Manual


 
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OPERATION
This Bandsaw Blade Welder is used to weld saw blades between 1/8 and 1/2 inches in width.
Additional Warnings!
Make sure the Welding and Annealing Buttons are not depressed before plugging in the unit.1.
Never leave the welder unattended while running.2.
Always unplug before servicing. All internal maintenance should be performed by an authorized 3.
service technician.
Sparksaregeneratedwhilewelding.Situatethewelderfarawayfromanyammable4.
materials. Work in a well-ventilated area.
Note: This unit does not have a grinder attachment.
WARNING! Handle blades with extreme care. They ex and twist easily, making them extremely dan-
gerous. Always wear heavy-duty leather gloves when handling bandsaw blades.
Saw blade preparation
Wearing heavy-duty leather gloves, use a metal table shear (not included) to trim 1/4” off each 1.
end of the saw blade.
Note: The ends must be cut perfectly square to attain a full width weld. The cut should be made in an
area between the blade’s teeth (especially with larger blades). If hand shears (not included) are
used to cut the blade, it may be necessary to le the ends until they are square. Use a square
(tool, not included) to make sure the blade ends are 90°. There should be no taper on the very
end of the blade.
Using a ne emery cloth (not included), lightly clean both ends (and at surfaces near the ends) 2.
of the saw blade. Remove all burrs. Completely clean off all dirt, coatings, and oil.
Welding
Refer to FIGURES and the Assembly Drawing on page 9.
Verify that the plug is not plugged into the power outlet.1.
Turn the Pressure Knob (12) to zero. See 2. FIGURE 2. When the Pressure Knob (12) is turned
to zero, the Right Electrode (5) will separate from the Left Electrode (13).
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 2